An All-Girls Education

Mentone Girls’ Grammar provides a holistic education which develops confident, compassionate and capable young women. We remain deeply committed to our school's long history and success in teaching young women to think critically, so they might be the kind of dynamic thought leaders the world needs. This means an affirmation of the school's broad liberal educational proposition that embraces the best pedagogy and practices of the past, with an openness of thoughtful innovations for the future.

A Strong Culture of Academic Achievement

Global research consistently demonstrates the academic benefits of single-sex schooling for girls. Both NAPLAN and PISA data reveal the powerful impact of single-sex schooling for girls, with research finding that they are up to 4.2 terms ahead in reading and 2.8 terms ahead in mathematics compared to their co-ed peers. Girls at single-sex schools are also more likely to enjoy and achieve in STEM subjects.

Freedom from Gender Stereotypes

Free from gender stereotypes, unconscious bias and harassment, girls in single-sex schools thrive in subjects typically dominated by boys. They learn their own worth and establish their boundaries without social pressure. In safe and supported spaces, girls engage in discussion, debate and self-discovery; at our School, they find their voice.*

Enhanced Self-Esteem and Wellbeing

Girls who attend single-sex schools tend to feel less socially anxious. They experience increased psychological wellbeing and are more confident to be themselves. Girls are more comfortable about their physical appearance and are better able to cope with stress, conflict, social media, LGBTIQA+ and drug and alcohol issues. They are also significantly less likely to experience bullying and harassment.*

* Quoted research from the Alliance of Girls School Australasia website, 2022.